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Interpretation:
The smell of the compound needs to be identified based on the presence of functional group.
Concept introduction:
Answer to Problem 11STP
Option (C) ester, having a sweet smell.
Explanation of Solution
The structure and nomenclature of the given organic compound is as follows:
In this compound the functional group present is ester having the formula The formula of carboxyl group is the formula of a ketone is
Thus, the correct option is (C) ester having a sweet smell.
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